Abstract
The purpose of this study was to analyze the perceptions of employers of land-grant college graduates regarding their preparation for entry-level positions in the agricultural sector in relation to specific competencies. Overall it was found that land grant university graduates were prepared in the areas of interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, technology, decision-making, and management skills, in addition to technical competence. In order to ensure that Land-Grant college graduates reach higher levels of preparation in the aforementioned areas, it was recommended in general that curriculum revisions be made.
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